Trump claims Russia stole hypersonic missile plans under Obama

EditorFrank DeMatteo
Published 01/24/2025, 09:34 PM
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President Trump reasserted his accusation that Russia obtained the designs for hypersonic missiles during the Obama administration. In a televised segment with Fox News's Sean Hannity, the President discussed various topics, with the theft of missile plans being a notable point of conversation. The interview, which was part two of his first since assuming office, aired Thursday night.

During the interview, President Trump was explicit in his allegations, stating, "Russia stole the design, they got it from us." He implied that the transfer of this sensitive technology was due to the actions of a "bad person." These remarks echo previous statements made by Trump regarding the security of U.S. military technology.

The President also mentioned advancements in the U.S. military's capabilities, suggesting that America is developing "super hypersonic missiles," which he described as superior to current hypersonic technology. This claim indicates an ongoing effort to advance the United States' missile technology amidst global military advancements.

The context of these statements relates to the broader discussion of military technology security and the competition among global powers for technological superiority. Hypersonic missiles, capable of traveling at speeds greater than Mach 5, are considered crucial to the next generation of military armaments.

President Trump's comments bring attention to concerns over the safeguarding of military innovations and the potential repercussions of technological espionage. While the details of the alleged theft were not disclosed, the assertion points to the ongoing dialogue about the importance of protecting national security interests in the realm of advanced technology.

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